Dayton announces bipartisan proposals to protect seniors after elder abuse reports
After widespread reports of elder abuse and neglect, Governor Mark Dayton and lawmakers are getting behind a new proposal that would overhaul Minnesota's senior care facilities.
After widespread reports of elder abuse and neglect, Governor Mark Dayton and lawmakers are getting behind a new proposal that would overhaul Minnesota's senior care facilities.
Bipartisan gun control bills face uphill battle at Minnesota Capitol
At the Minnesota Capitol, two Democrats and two Republicans came together to announce a pair of bills aimed at reducing gun violence.
At the Minnesota Capitol, two Democrats and two Republicans came together to announce a pair of bills aimed at reducing gun violence.
Bill criminalizing false service dogs passes Minnesota committee
From peacocks to bunny rabbits, questionable service animals have made headlines this year, inspiring action from the Minnesota legislature in an attempt to cut back on the practice.
From peacocks to bunny rabbits, questionable service animals have made headlines this year, inspiring action from the Minnesota legislature in an attempt to cut back on the practice.
House committee hearing over gun bills draws hundreds
Hundreds of supporters from both sides of the gun debate filled the halls of the Capitol as lawmakers debated stricter gun laws at a House committee hearing.
Hundreds of supporters from both sides of the gun debate filled the halls of the Capitol as lawmakers debated stricter gun laws at a House committee hearing.
MAGA hat or #MeToo pin? High court weighs voter clothing law
They were all dressed in basic black robes, but the Supreme Court's nine justices had a serious discussion about fashion Wednesday as they heard arguments over a Minnesota law that bars voters from wearing political clothing to the polls.
They were all dressed in basic black robes, but the Supreme Court's nine justices had a serious discussion about fashion Wednesday as they heard arguments over a Minnesota law that bars voters from wearing political clothing to the polls.
Leaders butt heads over future of MNLARS system
Frustrations with the state's license and registration system are not letting up. Now, officials overseeing MNLARS are asking for millions of dollars more and lawmakers aren't ready to hand it over.
Frustrations with the state's license and registration system are not letting up. Now, officials overseeing MNLARS are asking for millions of dollars more and lawmakers aren't ready to hand it over.
Gov. Dayton 'willing to consider anything' for school safety
The Parkland, Florida shooting has reset the nation’s debate on school safety as well as the debate in Minnesota.
The Parkland, Florida shooting has reset the nation’s debate on school safety as well as the debate in Minnesota.
Trump says he goes to great lengths to hide his bald spot, conservative crowd cheers
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump says he goes to great lengths to hide the bald spot revealed in a recent photo. Speaking before the Conservative Political Action Conference Friday, Trump turned around onstage and smoothed the back of his famous hair. He said, "I try like hell to hide that bald spot, folks." The crowd cheered as Trump glanced at a monitor and added,...
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump says he goes to great lengths to hide the bald spot revealed in a recent photo. Speaking before the Conservative Political Action Conference Friday, Trump turned around onstage and smoothed the back of his famous hair. He said, "I try like hell to hide that bald spot, folks." The crowd cheered as Trump glanced at a monitor and added,...
Gun violence opponents fill 3 floors of Minnesota Capitol in push for 4 bills
Wearing bright orange t-shirts, the anti-gun violence alliance called Protect Minnesota flooded all three floors of the State Capitol on Thursday to push for new gun safety laws this session.
Wearing bright orange t-shirts, the anti-gun violence alliance called Protect Minnesota flooded all three floors of the State Capitol on Thursday to push for new gun safety laws this session.
Hands-free cell phone bill redialed at Minnesota Capitol
Families who have lost loved ones to distracted driving are making another push for Minnesota to pass a law requiring hands-free cell phone technology while driving.
Families who have lost loved ones to distracted driving are making another push for Minnesota to pass a law requiring hands-free cell phone technology while driving.
'Fix it!' Gun violence plea to President Trump from students, parents
Spilling out wrenching tales of lost lives and stolen security, students and parents appealed to President Donald Trump on Wednesday to set politics aside and protect America's school children from the scourge of gun violence. Trump listened intently to the raw emotion and pledged action, including the possibility of arming teachers.
Spilling out wrenching tales of lost lives and stolen security, students and parents appealed to President Donald Trump on Wednesday to set politics aside and protect America's school children from the scourge of gun violence. Trump listened intently to the raw emotion and pledged action, including the possibility of arming teachers.
Families share stories of elder neglect with Minnesota lawmakers
After months of the state trying to clear the backlog of elder abuse complaints, families shared their stories with lawmakers on Wednesday.
After months of the state trying to clear the backlog of elder abuse complaints, families shared their stories with lawmakers on Wednesday.
Rep. Tim Walz shifts position on NRA in light of Parkland shooting
On Tuesday, Representative and gubernatorial candidate Tim Walz announced his support for stricter gun control measures, marking a big change from a man who recently got an 'A' rating from the NRA.
On Tuesday, Representative and gubernatorial candidate Tim Walz announced his support for stricter gun control measures, marking a big change from a man who recently got an 'A' rating from the NRA.
Sen. Tina Smith stops by Fox 9 to talk national issues
Minnesota Senator Tina Smith stopped by Fox 9 to talk about the issues currently facing our country.
Minnesota Senator Tina Smith stopped by Fox 9 to talk about the issues currently facing our country.
13 Russians charged in Mueller investigation
Thirteen Russians, including a businessman close to Vladimir Putin, were charged Friday in an elaborate plot to interfere in the 2016 U.S. presidential election through social media propaganda, aimed in part at helping Republican Donald Trump and harming the prospects of his Democratic opponent, Hillary Clinton.
Thirteen Russians, including a businessman close to Vladimir Putin, were charged Friday in an elaborate plot to interfere in the 2016 U.S. presidential election through social media propaganda, aimed in part at helping Republican Donald Trump and harming the prospects of his Democratic opponent, Hillary Clinton.
Minnesota governor proposes penny-a-pill fee on opioid prescriptions
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton is proposing a “penny-a-pill” paid for by drug companies to fund an opioid stewardship program for addiction prevention, treatment and recovery efforts in Minnesota. The governor estimates the program would raise $20 million each year.
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton is proposing a “penny-a-pill” paid for by drug companies to fund an opioid stewardship program for addiction prevention, treatment and recovery efforts in Minnesota. The governor estimates the program would raise $20 million each year.
Chris Coleman suspends campaign for Minnesota governor
Former St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman announced Monday that he suspended his campaign and will not be running for Governor of Minnesota.
Former St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman announced Monday that he suspended his campaign and will not be running for Governor of Minnesota.
Munson, Bigham win in special Minnesota elections
The numbers are in for the special elections for State Representative District 23B and State Senator District 54. The two seats were vacated late last year by former Rep. Tony Cornish and former State Sen. Dan Schoen, who both resigned after allegations of sexual misconduct.
The numbers are in for the special elections for State Representative District 23B and State Senator District 54. The two seats were vacated late last year by former Rep. Tony Cornish and former State Sen. Dan Schoen, who both resigned after allegations of sexual misconduct.
Special election voting underway in two Minnesota districts
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton has tentatively scheduled a special election on Feb. 12, 2018 to fill the seats of Democratic Sen. Dan Schoen and Republican Rep. Tony Cornish. Schoen and Cornish are resigning over accusations of sexual harassment.
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton has tentatively scheduled a special election on Feb. 12, 2018 to fill the seats of Democratic Sen. Dan Schoen and Republican Rep. Tony Cornish. Schoen and Cornish are resigning over accusations of sexual harassment.
Trump won't declassify Democratic memo on Russia probe
Citing national security concerns, the White House on Friday formally notified the House intelligence committee that President Donald Trump is "unable" to declassify a memo drafted by Democrats that counters GOP allegations about abuse of government surveillance powers in the FBI's Russia probe.
Citing national security concerns, the White House on Friday formally notified the House intelligence committee that President Donald Trump is "unable" to declassify a memo drafted by Democrats that counters GOP allegations about abuse of government surveillance powers in the FBI's Russia probe.